For sale is this late 1800s stereoview of the National Home for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers building in Dayton, Ohio.  The banner over the door says "Welcome To All Our Friends."  Card #215 -- Headquarters from the Band Stand.  Published by the Mote Brothers, View Artists, Richmond, Indiana.

The National Homes (1811-1930) were used to care for soldiers before the Veterans Administration was established in 1930.  

The following description of the home was found on the National Park Service site: 

"Charitable organizations and concerned citizens had long recognized the need for a place to care for disabled veterans. The injured and debilitated men who returned home from the Civil War needed long term care, often more than their families could offer. As volunteers, they were not eligible for care in the homes serving career military veterans. Even though these veterans were eligible for pensions, it was not always enough to help them cope with their injuries or chronic illnesses. Many people believed that creating a home for veterans was the best way to care for these disabled men."

This item is pre-owned and some wear can be expected.   All sales are final unless the item has been misrepresented. 

Please feel free to ask questions prior to purchasing!

The shipping will be via USPS Mail or FedEx within one or two business days after payment is received.  

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